Kreepy Krauly Automatic Pool Cleaners

The Kreepy Krauly brand name has been around the automatic pool cleaners market since 1974 and has been one of the more well known and reliable brands if you are looking for a device that will clean your swimming pool automatically.

There are different Kreepy Krauly models available depending on your budget and your needs, for example whether you have an in-ground pool or an above-ground swimming pool, or whether the surface of your swimming pool is made of gunite or just lined with vinyl.

In general, automatic pool cleaners are broken into three categories, namely suction side cleaners such as the Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac, pressure side cleaners and robots. 

Suction Side Cleaners:
These suction side cleaners, such as the Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac, attaches to the suction side of your plumbing. The suction side refers to the pipes and fittings that bring water out of the pool, to be filtered. The water is sucked out of the pool by the filter pump. 

Pressure Side Cleaners:
These cleaners are those that attach to the pressure side, or return side, of your circulation system. The water that is being pumped or pushed back to the pool, powers these units which have their own hydraulic power plant inside. Being on the pressure side, these units have distinct advantages. They are helpful in distributing clean, filtered water around the pool and having their own debris bag means that they don't compromise the filter system.

Robot Cleaners:
This is the most expensive type. They are self contained electric cleaners which are put into the pool when there is a need for cleaning. Common brand names include Aquabot, Dolphin, and AquaVac. The advantages to owning a robot cleaner include their self contained filter, which is easily cleaned. They also provide great cleaning coverage for your pool. Some units are computer chip controlled, and some even have remote controls.

Kreepy Krauly Guidelines on Choosing a Pool Cleaner

For all you pool owners out there, it is a given that you want to see that sparkling blue water as much as possible in your swimming pool.  Some folks prefer to employ a person or a company to keep their pools sparkling. However, there are many products on the market that can help you keep a clean pool on your own. There are manual swimming pool cleaners that you will need to operate, or Kreepy Krauly automatic models that can be left to clean the pool on their own. Pick a pool cleaner that is dependable and reasonably priced, and works well for your lifestyle.

The Steps:
    1.    Determine the cleaning needs of your swimming pool. Observe if your pool collects a lot of leaves or other debris and decide what kind of dirt gets on the pool walls. This will help you select a cleaner.  Think about the dimension of your swimming pool. Remember that the bigger the swimming pool, the more tedious it is to clean using a manual pool cleaner.

    2.    Go for the manual pool cleaner option depending on pool size. This type of pool cleaner looks like a vacuum. You will run the vacuum manually over the pool bottom, walls and steps, pulling in grime, foliage and other rubbish. Pick a manual cleaner if you do not mind spending your own time keeping the swimming pool clean. This option might work nicely if you have an above-ground pool or a smaller in-ground pool. If money is tight, this alternative might be the best way to go. For the most part manual swimming pool cleaners cost less than $200. They are definitely more affordable than automated models. Use a manual pool cleaner also if you are a perfectionist. The manual alternative will give you the ability to manage the cleaning of your pool. There is no possibility of missing spots at all while you clean.

    3.    If you notice that you frequently have fine particles in your pool, then the ideal option is to get the Kreepy Krauly K70405 suction-side automated cleaner. You connect this gizmo to your skimmer and rely on your pool filter to make it go all-around the swimming pool. The price range for this category of cleaner might go as high as $400 or more but you can get it for as low as $320.

    4.    If you have a lot of heavy duty dirt and debris, the best alternative is a pressure-side pool cleaner such as the Kreepy Krauly Legend Pressure Pool Cleaner. This Kreepy Krauly class of pool cleaner uses the water pressure to roll over the pool's surface and suck dirt into a bag. The price range for this kind of cleaner is from $400 to $800. They are more expensive because they come with a motor and a dedicated water pressure line. Look for environmentally friendly versions of pressure-side pool cleaners. They do not use a motor. The pool water pump is their power source. These Kreepy Krauly pressure-side swimming pool cleaners has much longer life spans. If you take care of them, you can expect them to keep on ticking for 10 years or more.

    5.    Pick a robotic swimming pool cleaner if you would like a pool cleaner that operates by itself. These self-contained machinery walk around the pool on their own and brush the floor and walls. Get ready to pay more for a computerized pool cleaner. The most simple models begin at around $650, and with extra features they can cost over $4,000.

    6.    Save money on energy expenses with a solar powered swimming pool cleaner. These new-fangled pool cleaners consume energy from the sun throughout the daytime and run along the surface of the pool to collect leaves and debris. They cost around $400-$500.

    7.   Don't forget to speak to a store expert in the pool store. They can really help you evaluate your choices and match the right Kreepy Krauly pool cleaner for your pool. Ask about specialty cleaners for above-ground pools. For the most part, Kreepy Krauly automated pool cleaners can be used for either above ground or in ground pools. Make sure you verify this at the pool store as some cleaners are sold specifically only for above-ground pools and make use of the existing pool filter and pump.

Which Kreepy Krauly Pool Cleaner to Buy:

Best Selling and Highly Rated Kreepy Krauly Pool Cleaners:
Kreepy Krauly Pool Cleaner for In-Ground Pools (CONCRETE/GUNITE ONLY)
This Kreepy Krauly cleans your concrete and gunite pools effortlessly, including the walls. It attaches to your existing filtration system, and vacuums when the pool pump works so there are no booster pumps, or bags to empty as with pressure side automatic pool cleaners. There are no electrical cords, so it's completely safe for swimmers. This Kreepy Krauly cleans your entire pool from tile line to pool floor. True random pattern coverage helps eliminate missed spots that preprogrammed cleaners can leave behind. The Kreepy Krauly has been efficiently engineered to have only one moving part. Its warranted by the manufacturer to be free of manufacturer's defects for a 2 year period, on cleaner and hose. Includes 40 foot hose and FREE installation video.

Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac Above-Ground Automatic Pool Cleaner
This model also has just one moving part, which means reliability in the long run. The Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac works when your pool pump runs, using your pool's existing filtration system to remove leaves, dirt, sand, insects and other debris. The Kreepy Krauly E-Z Vac is designed and manufactured with the same quality and durability that has made Kreepy Krauly inground and above ground pool cleaners the number one choice of pool owners and pool professionals worldwide. The E-Z Vac provides superior hydraulic design and true random-pattern coverage to make sure every inch of your pool floor is thoroughly vacuumed. Automatic Free skimming valve automatically regulates water flow to assure proper cleaning speed while allowing simultaneous skimming of surface debris, so both cleaning jobs are completed at once. It easily attaches to your pool skimmer in minutes without tools so it can start cleaning right away.

Kreepy Krauly Classic
This Kreepy Krauly Classic pool cleaner gently glides across the floor and up and down the walls of your in-ground pool, acting as a moving main drain while circulating water and dispersing chemicals. The Kreepy Krauly automatic pool cleaner attaches to your existing pool filter system delivering superior performance through true random pattern coverage, without the missed spots that other automatic pool cleaners leave behind. An automatic regulator valve sets the ideal travel speed for achieving the most thorough cleaning job. And with its dive-float directional guidance system, the Kreepy Krauly vacuums and cleans your entire swimming pool from floor to waterline. Its unique, patented design uses only one operational moving part, which means no wheels or gears to replace. A more economical choice than most pressure-side swimming pool cleaners, Kreepy Krauly Classic eliminates the need for additional booster pumps and special plumbing. With no bags to empty or submerged electrical cords to worry about, the Kreepy Krauly Classic can even operate under a swimming pool solar blanket.

Kreepy Krauly Great White GW9500  
This used to be sold under the Sta-Rite brand but is now marketed under the Kreepy Krauly name. Pentair retained the same technology that made this one of the better automatic pool cleaners out there. It still has the unique bristle drive and oscillating vortex design which effectively scrubs and vacuums away large and small debris. It is very Well suited for flat, dish-incline and hopper-bottom pools. The Kreepy Krauly Great White clears a 15" path and powerfully cleans gunite, fiberglass, vinyl and other specialty swimming pool surfaces. Its unique turning mechanism allows escape from difficult areas and provides excellent pool coverage. The Kreepy Krauly Great White is also one of the better priced automatic pool cleaners available compared with other brands that can cost you twice as much. Some owner have found that it's especially resistant to jamming compared to other brands. It comes with some nice translucent hose sections which is more flexible than what you can get at a pool store. It also has an adapter for a dedicated cleaner port, if you have one, a telepole attachment so that it can be used manually, and a flow gauge. The Kreepy Krauly Great White will clean both the shallow and deep end of your pool and really performs great at scrubbing the walls of your swimming pools.